Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini

Joining the award-winning B&W Zeppelin, the Zeppelin Mini gives you everything you love about Zeppelin—incredible sound, intelligent design, elegant connectivity—in a smaller, compact package that's perfect for desktops and bedside tables.

  • Best in class sound provided by a compact speaker
  • Docking arm rotates 90 degrees for watching video
  • Based on 40 years of advanced loudspeaker acoustics
  • USB connection for audio streaming from Mac or PC
Made for iPod and iPhone
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Features

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Enhance the sound from your Mac or MacBook by connecting it to Zeppelin Mini, or stream music using AirPort Express.

Zeppelin Mini is an integrated speaker system from Bowers & Wilkins, makers of the speakers used to monitor the recording of much of the music on your iPod. B&W developed its iPod speakers with the same exacting standards as the speakers that are used in Abbey Road Studios and Skywalker Ranch.

Design

To compliment the iPod user interface, the docking port allows you to grasp your iPod or iPhone as if it were in your hand. It also cleverly accommodates iPod or iPhone models of differing depth through a spring-loaded docking arm that flexes to adjust automatically. The dock also rotates through 90 degrees.

Heritage

At Bowers & Wilkins, the quest to develop the perfect speaker has lasted more than 40 years. The designers are always mindful of the goal to create a speaker that portrays a musical performance exactly as it was recorded, with zero coloration.

Technology

Mini uses two newly developed, full-range, 7.62 cm glass fiber drivers whose uniquely slotted cone and very long-throw “motor” deliver unprecedented range and dynamics for so compact a transducer. B&W's advanced DSP technology maximizes the drivers' abilities to produce jaw-dropping loudness and fullness. And two leading-edge Class D (“digital”) amplifiers ensure plenty of power from ultra-compact, nearly cold-running circuitry.

Multi-purpose USB connection

The USB connection in the back of the unit allows for audio streaming from iPod via docking arm or from a Mac or PC via mini USB connection located on back of the unit. It also allows iPod/Mac/PC sync with iTunes (when Zeppelin Mini is in stand by mode). You can even use it for firmware upgrades with new iPhone/iPod releases.

Simple operation

Plug in Zeppelin Mini, place your iPod or iPhone on the docking port and hit the play button. The connections at the back let you play other sources through the unit. Easily change tracks, volume and mode with the pebble-like remote.

Highlights

  • Best-in-class sound provided by a compact speaker
  • Docking arm rotates 90 degrees for watching videos or skipping through Cover Flow
  • 40 years of advancing the science of loudspeaker acoustics
  • USB connection allows for audio streaming from Mac or PC
  • iPod/PC/Mac sync with iTunes
  • Charges the iPod/iPhone when docked

Did You Notice?

The rotating arm allows you to view videos and go through Cover Flow much easier from your iPhone or iPod touch while listening to high-quality sound.

Technical Specs

Power

  • Power: 2 x 18W

Driver

  • Drivers: Two 3 in./7.62 cm full range

Dimension

  • Weight: 4.85 lbs./2.2 kg

Compatibility

  • iPhone 4S

  • iPhone 4

  • iPhone 3GS

  • iPhone 3G

  • iPhone

  • iPod touch
    4th generation

  • iPod touch
    3rd generation

  • iPod touch
    2nd generation

  • iPod touch
    1st generation

  • iPod classic
    120GB 160GB (2009)

  • iPod classic
    160GB (2007)

  • iPod classic 80GB

  • iPod nano
    6th generation

  • iPod nano
    5th generation (video camera)

  • iPod nano
    4th generation (video)

  • iPod nano
    3rd generation (video)

  • iPod nano
    2nd generation (aluminum)

What's in the Box?

  • Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini
  • Power supply
  • Cradle for horizontal docking
  • Remote control (with battery)

Manufacturer Information

Warranty

  • Warranty: Two-year limited (For details, please visit www.bowers-wilkins.com/display.aspx?infid=795.)
  • Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.

Part Number

  • UPC or EAN No.: 714346309610
  • Mfr. Part Number: FP29059
 

Ratings & Reviews

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  • Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini

    5.0
    To the one star reviewer
    • Written by JS from Princeton
    • Nov 15, 2009

    Won't fill a large room with sound like the original Zeppelin but is sufficient for smaller rooms. Just place it in a bookcase or near a wall to magnify the bass. The person who rated it one star should replace the batteries in his/her hearing aid. An excellent unit for those not interested in breaking a lease.

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  • Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini

    5.0
    A Great Sound Machine
    • Written by SH from andover
    • Nov 12, 2009

    It offers similar great sound as the original zeppelin but is cheaper and smaller, so it can be displayed easier. It has a design that stands out from the sea of dull, boxy looking ipod docks and is a breath of fresh air. I recommend this to people who have a tighter budget but are still looking for a great looking, and sounding machine …More

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  • Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini

    5.0
    Great things come in small packages!
    • Written by TC
    • Nov 14, 2009

    Very classy and elegant looking. Materials feel very rich and well put together. Sound quality is amazing through-out the volume range. I am very impressed with the sound no matter what genera of music I play; although I would have to say its bass is not the best seeing that it does not have a external sub. But the highs and mid are incredible! Keep in mind this is an all in one unit that really delivers! Watch out Bose because this one beats you hands down! …More

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  • Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini

    3.0
    It just didn't have "it"
    • Written by TO from NASHUA
    • Feb 8, 2012

    I originally purchased another dock (same price) that ended up being a lemon after a week. I returned it & got the Zeppelin Mini as a replacement. I only use it at work and there are no lows (even with the sub port positioned at the corner of a cube) -- and others can hear it and comment on it being just loud enough to be annoying.
    The other dock had a nice mix & nobody knew it existed ... plus it had bluetooth & all the cables necessary; you need to provide all the cables (even to update the firmware) with the Mini.
    I gave it a 3 because it may be good louder, but it's just not worth the price tag.
    I'll be ordering another of the first dock, ok the Audyssey, because it was just *that* much better.     …More

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  • Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini

    5.0
    Great sound from a small source.
    • Written by JS from Fond du Lac
    • Jan 24, 2012

    I purchased the B&W Zeppelin mini for travel. I spend half the year in the Dominican Republic, so I needed something small to bring with me that would produce good sound. I am amazed at the quality od sound reproduction that is coming from this unit! One of my co-workers who is a die-hard Bose fan, came in and heard the music, and remarked that the B&W is better! Now I want the Zeppelin even more! Just can't justify the cost. The cost of the mini though is well within reason and worth it. The sales and service at the Apple store in Bayshore mall, Milwaukee is excellent also! …More

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  • Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini

    3.0
    Beautiful design and good sound, but only okay with other aspects
    • Written by MP from Windermere
    • Oct 22, 2011

    I recently bought a Zep Mini for use in my kitchen area. It was absolutely perfect for the space that I have, with the Zep Air being much too big. I love the look of it and the fact that the dock can rotate to show the iPhone/iPod's display in landscape view. The sound is also excellent, with the exception of the low end being only okay. This is just the nature of the beast when you have such a small unit though, and I realize this. I've had a few issues with the inner workings of the unit. I had always planned to use this with my iPhone 4 and when I did there was strange popping noise form the speakers when playing music. Almost like the sound of an electrical short. When I contacted B&W, they assessed that it might be the power supply brick, and shipped me a new one at no cost. However, before the new power brick arrived the sound randomly stopped after doing this for several weeks. I loved the unit after that until the new iPhone 4S came out and I upgraded. As of today, the Zep Mini will not play any music from the 4S and I have also had problems charging the phone on it. I am hoping this is just a firmware update that B&W needs to make, but after contacting them, there has been no word of an update. Note that if you do have the iPhone 4 or 4S, you need to request the docking plate for these phones. The unit comes with plates for all previous iPods/iPhones from the past several years but the newest. These are free, but need to be requested. I still love the unit, but B&W does need to pay some attention to it's software on this product. As of now I have no way to use the Zep Mini until B&W makes another firmware update, which seem to come very slowly. …More

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  • ipod touch 4th generation
    • Asked by RF from Hamilton
    • Nov 16, 2010

    3 Answers

    Best Answer

    I bought the mini-zeppelin for my father at an Apple store. It would not play with his 4th gen Ipod Touch. I took it to the Apple Store Genius Bar. The tech ran an update from the BW website for the mini-zeppelin. That seems to have solved the problem. I am not sure how the Apple store continues to sell these without the update. I imagine there will be many other customers who will be affected by this problem. …More

    • Answered by PL from Philadelphia
    • Apr 29, 2011
  • Is the Zeppelin Mini compatible with the Iphone 4 32GB?
    • Asked by FM
    • Jul 1, 2010

    3 Answers

    Best Answer

    Yes it is fully compatible, but you will need a new adapter as the iphone 4 will not fit the supplied iphone 3gs adapter I spoke to B&W and an iphone 4 adapter will be available in the next 3-4 weeks, a small charge will apply....unknown what at this time …More

    • Answered by RC
    • Aug 16, 2010
  • Will it support iTunes AirPlay?
    • Asked by NP from Columbus
    • Sep 3, 2010

    2 Answers

    Answer

    No. It dosen't. Only Zeppline Air support AirPlay now. But you can connect it to airport which could works like AirPlay. …More

    • Answered by PL from Richardson
    • Sep 10, 2011

Recently Answered

  • how does the sound compare to the bose sound dock?
    • Asked by TS from Mequon
    • Sep 24, 2011

    1 Answer

    Answer

    I had the original SoundDock which got stolen so I replaced it years ago with the discontinued Apple HiFi which was excellent for sound quality but doesn't charge iPhone 3G onwards so bought the Zeppelin Mini.

    Sound from the Zeppelin is shockingly good in my opinion for a unit this size. Bass is surprisingly clear and doesn't seem to distort as much as you approach full volume unlike the Bose. Treble and mid-range seem to be on a par with the Bose.     …More

    • Answered by NC
    • Nov 5, 2011
  • how long the battery last
    • Asked by AN from Manhattan
    • Jun 25, 2011

    2 Answers

    Answer

    This is not a portable speaker system and unlike some of the Bose does not have an internal battery to allow you to take it into the garden, etc.

    One of the other answers assumes you are talking about the small CR2032 battery in the remote control unit which I've not replaced in over a year yet.     …More

    • Answered by NC
    • Nov 5, 2011
  • Does this have a fabric or metal grille?
    • Asked by MH from Fox Island
    • Apr 7, 2011

    2 Answers

    Answer

    Fabric

    • Answered by MM from Austin
    • Apr 8, 2011

Featured Question

Will the speaker work with an iphone4/ ipod touh 4G even though the box doesn't include adapters for these models?
  • Asked by JY from Melbourne
  • Jan 30, 2012
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